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Community raffle supports wildlife rescue in Enham Alamein.
A Valentine's raffle at the Enham Alamein Shop & Post Office raised £500, split equally between Emily's Wildlife Rescue and a volunteer-led village pavilion refurbishment.
Alresford events include charity talks and an antiques fair.
Alresford and nearby villages have a series of community events this spring, including the Cheriton Talks on February 28 and an antiques fair on March 21.
Nottingham Building Society pledges £130,000 to homelessness charities
Nottingham Building Society has committed £130,000 and extended its charity partnerships into 2026 to support organisations tackling homelessness and youth inequality; the society confirmed it will continue working with Emmanuel House, Shelter and ThinkForward.
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Showing: 751-760Styling challenge highlights fashion finds at Nightingales charity shops
A styling challenge at Nightingales shops produced 16 outfits from donated items to show second-hand fashion for many occasions, and shop sales support Nightingale House Hospice while stores reported saving 244,450 items from landfill in 2025.
Ayr Advertiser archive photos from January 2001 revisited
A selection of images from late January 2001 shows community events recorded by the Ayr Advertiser, including the Hansel Foundation Jean Armour Suppers, Troon bowler Paul Foster's World Indoor Singles win, local fundraising and school moments.
Greg Smith MP says more must be done to protect rural communities.
Greg Smith, Conservative MP for Mid Buckinghamshire, used his first 2026 column to outline local priorities including opposing cuts to Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue cover and pressing the government for stronger support for family farms.
Unique running event at south Essex test track is set to return
The Test Track Ten Races, organised by St. Luke's Hospice with Ford Britain Trust, will take place at Ford Dunton Technical Centre in Laindon on Saturday 16 May and will feature 10‑mile, 10km and a 2.5km fun run.
Seventeen Suffolk women unite to create communal quilt for church fundraiser
A group effort led by Pamela Shephard produced a king-size quilt made from 1,575 hexagons over 18 months to raise money for covered seating at St Mary's Church in Nettlestead. The quilt will be raffled, with the draw set for March 28, 2026 and ticket sales closing on March 18.
Holme Wood memories sought for film about estate life
The Neighbourhood Project is gathering memories of Holme Wood to use in a short online video, and it is holding a memory bank event at St Christopher's Church on January 28 from 1pm to 2pm.
Cheltenham community hub reopens with overwhelming support
A former community centre in Cheltenham reopened on 17 January as Common Ground after volunteers helped complete the first phase of refurbishment, following a 35-year lease negotiated by Cheltenham Borough Council.
Kelsall is a charming village between Chester and Northwich.
Kelsall lies off the A54 between Chester and Northwich and is described as having pubs, walks and community facilities; Rightmove is reported as listing the average house price at £486,152.
45 homes approved for Small Dole village
Horsham District Council approved an outline application for 45 homes west of Shoreham Road in Small Dole on January 20, and at least 16 of the homes will be classed as affordable; the application was approved by ten votes to three.
Brick-building day to unite LEGO lovers of all ages and abilities
Brick Tour will host a brick-building event at Moulsecoomb Leisure Community Centre on Saturday 28 February from 10am to 3pm, featuring displays, interactive building activities and an afternoon relaxed session for accessibility.